The Power of Thought: Recent Episodes
Brandon Webb
After leaving the SEAL Teams Brandon lost everything, his first business along with his entire life savings, and then divorce. Brandon used a system of positive mental management, learned during his time as the head instructor for the Navy SEAL sniper program, and built a successful second career as an author and media and ecommerce entrepreneur. The show discusses life hacks to become successful in any endeavor you choose, and includes some of the world's most powerful thought leaders and their secrets to success.
Coming at you this week with a shorter but engaging "best of" the podcast. Included on here are two older guests (author James Altucher and bodybuilding legend Frank Zane,) and two newer guests (voice actor Susan Murphy and big wave surfer Laird Hamilton.) You'll notice some connecting themes in what makes them successful regardless of how different each of their unique backgrounds is. So tune in and enjoy!
As always, be sure to follow us and hit us up on Instagram and Twitter @PowerOfPodcast.
We have a very special guest this episode, big wave surfer Laird Hamilton. Laird is a legend in his community, and on this episode we get into many topics during our discussion ranging from parenting, masculinity in society today, fitness, and of course the mentality that goes into taking on such a daring career. He also gives his take on what "freedom is the new rich" means to him.
Laird has a new book that comes out this Tuesday, March 12th, titled "Liferider: Heart, Body, Soul, and Life Beyond the Ocean." Be sure to pick it up to dig deeper into Laird's philosophy. Laird can be found at LairdHamilton.com as well as on Twitter @LairdLife and Instagram @LairdHamiltonSurf.
Josh Anderson is a realtor and owns The Anderson Group based out of Nashville, TN. In the last calendar year he cleared $86 million in real estate volume. His story started long before that however as you could imagine. Josh served in the Army National Guard, and his service included a 10-month stint in Bagram, Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. On this episode you'll hear about the entrepreneurial spirit that lived inside Josh and led him to sacrifice and make the transition to the freedom of becoming his own boss. If you have an interest in the real estate market, this episode is a must listen.
Josh Anderson's website is JoshAndersonRealty.com and you can find The Anderson Group on Instagram @TAGRealEstate.
Brandon is back from NBA All-Star Weekend with his son (hence the title of this episode of course) and it sounds like it was quite an enjoyable experience. Beyond getting to meet superstars like Steph Curry (who was a class act,) Brandon also attended NBA's Newsmaker Breakfast attended by the likes of former Ambassador Nikki Haley, former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, and former Director of the CIA John Brennan.
We get into much more including Brandon's thought process brainstorming for his next book. From there we get into the future of where book sales at large are headed. We wrap up with your comments, and feel free to send any questions for the podcast to powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com or @PowerOfPodcast on Instagram & Twitter. We love hearing from the listeners.
That's right...the title may be provocative, but we've got some killer content to match that this week. Alex Waters joins us this show, one of the first ever programmers behind Bitcoin, and now head of research at Elm Labs ( http://elm.nyc .) Waters went to Rochester Institute of Technology, and shortly after that got introduced to the world of Bitcoin during it's inception. In fact, Waters was at the first ever Bitcoin conference back in 2011, and with his background in quality assurance it landed him a job long before the surge of interest took place for this technology. We get into a lot of topics with Alex including his personal background, and of course the future dangers of artificial intelligence. You can follow Alex on Twitter @WatersNYC.
Also on Episode 54, Brandon Webb reacts to Amazon.com pulling out of a deal for a major warehouse in the New York metro area. He calls it a terrible move on the part of local politicians to push out a future abundance of well paying jobs. Hope that you enjoy the show, and if you do, be sure to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us @PowerOfPodcast. If you have any questions for the show, we'd love to hear them.
On this episode, we answer your questions for Brandon sent to powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com and on Instagram/Twitter @PowerOfPodcast. Brandon discusses his excitement regarding the Hurricane Media documentary he was a part of "Big Mountain Heroes" being included in the Mammoth Film Festival in California. We get into tax policy, investments, networking, as well as divorce. Divorce is a subject Brandon plans on tackling for an upcoming book. Since we get a questions regarding 9/11, we also recall our visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum documented on an older episode of SOFREP Radio linked below. We enjoy hearing from you, so keep the questions and comments coming!
https://sofrepradio.com/episode-162-paying-homage-911-memorial-museum/
When entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk launched VaynerMedia, one of the first men on board was Jeff Nicholson, now the Chief Media Officer of the company. He sits down with us in studio and discusses the process of having such a prominent title at one of the biggest digital agencies, lessons learned, and how previous major mistakes helped him grow.
Brandon and Jeff met last year at Cannes Lions in France at Tracer's launch party (another Vaynerchuk founded company.) They've since become friends and colleagues in business. Beyond Jeff's success story, other topics we hit are parenting and reputation management.
Be sure to follow Jeff on Instagram @JNicholson and let us know what you thought of the discussion.
Susan Murphy's career in the field of media has had many shifts, making her an excellent guest for this podcast and for those seeking advice on pursuing their passion. Murphy's credentials include local TV and radio reporting, to voiceover, as well as academia as a former college professor and assistant dean at Hofstra University. Murphy is able to speak from experience on the media world at large.
On this episode you'll hear about the changing scope of the media over the past few decades, and why you constantly need to be innovating your craft. Brandon also touches on some newsworthy topics in the SEAL community, and more.
Follow us @PowerOfPodcast and email any questions or comments over to powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com
Avery Breyer is the best-selling author of "How to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck" and a real estate investor. On this episode we get into her transition from a stable job as a pharmacist, to traveling the world and making her income through freelance writing and investment. As Brandon says during the show, she is really the perfect guest for what we hope to accomplish with the podcast. That is getting any of you with the drive who are listening to take the leap and pursue your passion.
We also announce the winner to our latest contest. Be on the lookout for future giveaways by following our Instagram @PowerOfPodcast. Enjoy the show? Well, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. We greatly appreciate the feedback, which helps raise our visibility to a larger audience.
You can visit Avery online at AveryBreyer.com - be sure to check out all four of her transformative books.
Want to learn the best tax optimization strategies? We hit that topic heavily on this episode. You'll hear why you may want to open your business in another state for tax purposes, and which states are the least business friendly. Brandon also gets into the many benefits of starting a business in Puerto Rico. The other topic we hit is estate planning, and it may be something that you need to think about.
This week's contest: Tag @PowerOfPodcast on Instagram with your photo of where you enjoy the podcast. The most eye catching entry will win a signed copy of any Brandon Webb book of your choosing, so get in on the action!
Last episode we went into the fundamentals of building a business, and this episode we focus on the side hustle. The ultimate goal is to make that side hustle into your full time career. Do you have what it takes? You don't know until you put the time in, and as Brandon says in this show, there's no such thing as a 4-hour work week, as good as that may sound.
Also on Episode 48 we read an email from a loyal listener inspired by the show, you can send your own email as well to powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com and it may even be included in Brandon's next book. Brandon also gives you some news on him selling his famous plane and purchasing a new one, as well as our updated business model for Crate Club, our men's gear club.
Brandon is remote this episode, as he's out skiing with the family, but still made time to give you all an informative talk on the fundamentals of building a business. On this episode we get into where to begin if you're thinking of shifting careers and becoming a business owner. It can be a scary process and seem like a lot to learn, but where there's a will, there's a way. We cover topics like doing business overseas and some of the frivolous lawsuits that come along with being a business owner.
Let us know what you think @PowerOfPodcast. By the way, how do you guys like the new intro and imaging?
You may remember Michael Colameco from Episode 34. It's also very likely you've seen his terrific show, Michael Colameco's Real Food on PBS going strong since 2000. On this episode Michael discusses what "freedom is the new rich" means to him, and why he's taken so many risks throughout his life which has led to great reward.
You can visit Michael online at Colameco.com, follow him on Instagram @MikeColameco, and on Twitter @NYFoodLover.
After a three month long hiatus, we are back in action with a new theme on The Power of Thought podcast. That theme being, "Freedom is the New Rich." This was inspired by the digital nomad lifestyle, and Brandon meeting some incredible people during his recent international travels who are making things happen from anywhere on the globe. Only thing necessary to make it happen? A strong wi-fi signal. These are people in marketing, entrepreneurs, business owners, and more.
We are excited to bring some of those voices to the show as we progress, so you can hear their story of how they got there. We also cover a wide array of current events topics this episode, as well as some updates within the company here at Hurricane Media. So listen up, and get your fix!
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One of the first guests to appear on The Power of Thought podcast was author and entrepreneur Kamal Ravikant. Kamal joins us again for what will be the final Power of Thought podcast as we go on an indefinite hiatus. As you may know, Brandon has a new book out titled "Mastering Fear: A Navy SEAL's Guide." Teaching Kamal to swim was the catalyst for this book, but so were some of the many interviews in this podcast series. Hearing how these successful men and women from various walks of life have dealt with their own fears contributed to the book, and we hope that you pick it up.
Brandon still plans to interact with the listeners as he does more Instagram live Q&A sessions and more, so be sure to follow him @BrandonTWebb. Let us know how after more than 40 episodes this podcast may have encouraged you to master fear, and go after your dreams. We hope that you listen back to these shows in times when you need the motivation, and can utilize The Power of Thought.
If you've been following Brandon Webb on Instagram @BrandonTWebb, than you already know he enjoyed quite a trip to Europe. Not just for Cannes Lions in France, but attending The World Cup qualifications in Russia, and returning again to Italy and The U.K. He's back in the U.S. now though, and recaps the amazing experience.
Also discussed on this episode is the state of the economy, when the next recession could happen, and how to prosper once it hits. We also make an important show announcement that you need to hear if you've been following our journey listening in this past year. Plus, an event right on the horizon. Mark down on your calendars, Brandon Webb will be doing a book signing with Kamal Ravikant at Barnes & Noble Tribeca on Tuesday, August 7th for the release of "Mastering Fear." He doesn't do many signings, so this is your chance, be there!
The last time we did a "best of" show was back on Episode 17, but with 24 more complete shows in the books since, it's time we dig through the archives for some of that podcast gold! This time we featured 11 of our best guests ranging from business leaders and entrepreneurs to military figures. You'll hear from Mike Ritland, Robert O'Neill, Kamal Ravikant, Jairek Robbins, John King, Siri Lindley, Dan Bova, Amber Smith, Steve Ralston, Maria Emma, and our most recent guest, Ernest Emerson.
Ian Scotto takes you through this one as Brandon is currently enjoying Moscow. He'll be back next week to give you all an update. In the meantime, check out what he's doing there on his Instagram @BrandonTWebb, and check out our own feed on Instagram and Twitter @PowerOfPodcast. Let us know what you think, and you can always email us your thoughts and questions to powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com.
On this episode Brandon is live from France at Cannes Lions 2018. Cannes Lions is an international festival of creativity, and Brandon got to speak in person there to some of his favorite people influencing the digital sphere, including guys like Gary Vaynerchuk. Some of the topics covered on this episode are advertising and androids. Brandon saw a lot of these at Cannes including companies using national discussions to work some clever marketing.
Brandon also makes a major announcement regarding the SOFREP brand becoming a part of a new venture called The Dispatch. We love getting your feedback, so leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, email us at powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com, and follow us @PowerOfPodcast.
A real treat this episode, we have Ernie Emerson, founder of Emerson Knives on with us. Not only is Ernie a creator, innovator, and a successful business owner, but he also has an extensive background in mixed martial arts. This dates back to the early days of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and the first ever Ultimate Fighting Championship. You'll hear about the origin of Ernie's knife making, working with the Navy SEALs. Also, we discuss Emerson's own athletic background, and we have a solution based talk on school security.
You can visit Emerson Knives at EmersonKnives.com, they currently have some great deals. Plus, be sure to check out The Ernest Emerson Podcast, also available on Apple Podcasts.
We go really deep this show, talking about depression as Brandon reacts to the recent tragic deaths of travel and food icon Anthony Bourdain, and fashion icon Kate Spade. Brandon relates this to his own depression after losing several guys in the SEAL community and it coming to a head with the death of Glen Doherty in Benghazi, Libya. Brandon also talks about how SOFREP writer George Hand's four-part series "Former Delta Force Operator on the truth about suicide; Been there, done that" made a profound impact on him and how he viewed this incredibly serious issue. Brandon does still manage to share some good times though as he reflects on the life of his former teammate Glen.
Also on this episode, Brandon discusses attending his first meeting in Washington D.C. as a member of the board of the SBA(Small Business Administration.) They meet quarterly, and he hopes to be a voice for vets in the entrepreneur community. So if you have any concerns on that end that you want raised, he hopes you'll reach out. We also answer your emails sent to powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com, and urge you to pre-order Brandon's upcoming book "Mastering Fear" dropping in 2 months. As always, Brandon has a policy of signing all pre-orders, and he'll let you know the instructions on how to do so as we get closer to release date. Be prepared for a kick ass book if you love this show and the continuing theme of triumphing over fears.
We're joined by a very special guest this episode, and that is author Bob Burg. Bob is a former radio and TV personality, and a top producing salesman. He was named one of the Top 30 Most Influential Thought Leaders by the American Management Association in 2014. He now often does speaking engagements and conferences worldwide for companies like G.E. and Aflec, but his connection to us is his work with John David Mann. Mann has co-authored Burg's books in the Go-Giver series, the latest of which is "The Go-Giver: Influencer," and for those who may not know, John goes way back with Brandon co-authoring his first book "The Red Circle" and continuing to work on projects to this day.
On this episode we have a frank discussion about the election of Donald Trump and where the media got things wrong. Brandon and Bob also discuss tax laws, China's economy, free markets, and Bob even gets into his lifelong battle with obsessive compulsive disorder, a debilitating condition that he has learned to work with and become a success. Be sure to visit Bob at Burg.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @PowerOfPodcast.
Charles Poliquin is a strength training coach who has worked with over 800 Olympic athletes in 22 different sports. If you’re someone who is looking to transform your body in a short period of time, this is not an episode that you want to miss. Charles breaks down his career, his thoughts on Crossfit, and shares an insightful story of how even Arnold Schwarzenegger has dealt with fear. You can visit Charles’s site at StrengthSensei.com and also follow him on Instagram @strengthsensei1 and on Twitter @StrengthSensei . He is active on social media, so let him know what you thought of the interview.
We also include another “From 40,000 Feet” segment. On this one, you may be surprised by Brandon’s thoughts on James Comey after seeing him speak at Young Presidents Organization, and reading his book “A Higher Loyalty: Truth, Lies, and Leadership.”
Be sure to write us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts if you’ve been enjoying the show, and follow us on our social media pages @PowerOfPodcast. Until next week folks! Stay positive.
We bring on two versatile guests this episode that you’re going to learn a lot from. The first of which is Eric Barker, author of “Barking up the Wrong Tree: The Surprising Science Behind Why Everything You Know About Success is (Mostly) Wrong.” Eric’s book is a fact based look at the attributes of people who thrive, and he describes in this interview, it’s often times not the valedictorian who is proficient in all areas but a master of none. According to our friend Kamal Ravikant, his newsletter of over 300,000 subscribers is one that you gotta join. So be sure to check that out at bakadesuyo.com, and follow Eric @bakadesuyo
Back on the podcast as well is Maria Emma. Maria is an entrepreneur and runs Onsite Event. She gets into her origin story with us, as well as some very exciting future plans. This includes some work in the field of chatbot that will be used to carry on one’s legacy, and you won’t want to miss it. Maria’s very active on Instagram, you can follow her @mariaemma_me and you can follow Onsite Event @OnsiteEvent.
Also on Episode 36, we continue our new “From 40,000 Feet” segment covering the latest in world events from the pilot’s view. Brandon also talks about some upcoming licensing for Panthera, the company creating camo patterns with our Head of Brand Jason Kenitzer. Brandon is excited for this new venture. Be sure to follow us @PowerOfPodcast, shoot over your questions to powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
After a week off, Brandon Webb is back from Europe to drop some knowledge on you! You'll hear what he was up to there as well. On this episode we get into the dichotomy of working a job that takes up all of your time, as opposed to working for a business or creating your own business where you can strike up a healthy work/life balance. Brandon gives some interesting examples of this in the tech world at Google and Dropbox where often times, employees social lives becomes tied into the company itself.
We also created a new segment on the show, "From 40,00 Feet" getting the pilot and former SEAL's take on world affairs happening right now. Be sure to follow us @PowerOfPodcast and also email your questions for Brandon Webb to powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com
For over 30 episodes now, we've brought you some remarkable guests from the worlds of music, film, business, athletics, special operations, and now, the culinary arts. Michael Colameco is a chef and restaurant owner turned TV sensation. He hosts and produces "Michael Colameco's Real Food" on PBS, now on it's 15th season...quite a feat!
You'll learn Michael's origin story, as well as the role boxing has played in his life growing up in Philly. Believe it or not, Mike even broke his jaw, and you'll hear that story. He continues to stay fit, and in fact, is a workout buddy of Brandon's. He's also your hookup for all the best spots to eat in NYC.
You can follow Michael on Twitter @nyfoodlover, and on Instagram @mikecolameco. Enjoy, and be sure to leave us some love on Apple Podcasts reviews, it's quick, and it helps us spread the word and continue bringing on the guests you love to learn from.
On this episode of The Power of Thought, Brandon Webb recaps the class on "Total Focus" he got to teach for CreativeLive. A major theme of that class was the tool of using visualization to win in your mind first. Also, defeating all negative self-talk, and a way to execute this goes back to our New Years resolution show discussing making a vision statement for yourself. Brandon suggests that when you feel the need to, go back and re-read that to yourself.
We take some questions from our audience as well from our livestream on The Spec Ops channel Youtube, Brandon's Facebook Live, and a our Power of Thought channel on Twitch. Included in that, you'll get Brandon's take on Syria. Enjoy, and be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show.
Joining us for this episode is Siri Lindley. Best known for being the 2001 ITU Triathlon World Champion, and a trainer of several Olympic and Ironman champions, Siri has had a very distinguished athletic career. She also authored a memoir, “Surfacing: From the Depths of Self-Doubt to Winning Big and Living Fearlessly.”
On this episode we get into what inspired Siri to run her first triathlon, and conquering some major insecurities that kept her from achieving her full potential. Siri also talks about the influence of the book “Unlimited Power” by Tony Robbins, and how it sparked the change in her which led to a champion’s mindset. You’ll hear some inspiring, and also very funny stories from Siri, and we really enjoyed her lively presence on the show.
Siri currently does a lot of work for animal rescue that you can see at believeranchandrescue.org . Siri is on Twitter @SELTS and on Instagram @SiriLindley . Be sure to follow us @PowerOfPodcast and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. More great shows on the way!
Amber Smith is truly a badass, and a very inspirational woman. In the Army she flew the Kiowa Warrior helicopter in combat, and details her story in "Danger Close: My Epic Journey as a Combat Helicopter Pilot in Iraq and Afghanistan." Well, we hear about some of those epic combat missions right here, so strap in.
We also hear about her successful transition out of the military and into government working under the Secretary of Defense. It had it's obstacles though, some of which may surprise you. Simply not wearing her uniform anymore was a mental challenge. Amber gives her advice on those getting out of the military, and taking the first steps to make a career for themselves in the civilian world. No matter your own situation, you'll learn something from her life experience.
Be sure to follow her on Twitter and Instagram @AmberSmithUSA. Let her now know you liked her appearance on the show. Also, check out our new accounts on Twitter and Instagram @PowerOfPodcast. As Brandon hints, we may have some pretty sick giveaways for our followers in the near future!
On this episode we remember a very special guest that we had on for Episode 13 just a few months back, Captain Jerry Yellin. Jerry flew the final combat mission over Japan during WWII in the P-51 Mustang. Yellin served in the Army Air Forces, and was still flying when we last spoke. Unfortunately, we recently heard of his passing, and that the interview with him on The Power of Thought was likely one of his very last. Brandon was looking really forward to flying with him in the RV6 during what was supposed to be a visit to NY this month, which unfortunately did not come to fruition. We play a great clip from that conversation.
Also on this episode Brandon discusses e-commerce disrupting brick and mortar retail, and his observations on it. We get into blockchain and cryptocurrency as well. We now have a Twitter and Instagram @PowerOfPodcast and hope to be very interactive with you, the listeners. So be sure to follow and shoot us your questions and feedback.
There's always a lot to be discussed when teammates from SEAL Team 6 and SEAL Team 3 are in the room, especially when that member of "Six" is none other than Robert O'Neill. Author of "The Operator," and best known as the shooter of the most known terrorist Osama Bin Laden, Robert is the real deal and has a hell of a resume. It should also be noted that during Rob's time there, SEAL Team 6/DEVRGU was behind some of the most notable missions. These include the rescue of Captain Phillips, Extortion 17, Operation Red Wings (the mission behind "Lone Survivor,") as well as the ordeal involving Bowe Bergdahl.
We go beyond the mission itself though, and talk the importance of mindset and not letting fear turn into panic. Rob also lets you in on the mission behind his charity Your Grateful Nation which helps returning spec ops vets transition into a career. You can visit Rob online at RobertJONeill.com and follow him @McHooyah.
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Joining us is Jairek Robbins, a performance coach that Brandon could not speak more highly of, and you'll understand why a little better once you hear his story on this episode. Being the son of the biggest name in motivational speaking out there, you might assume Jairek's had an all-around cushy lifestyle. That would be an incorrect assumption though, as Jairek discusses with us his first job working security at Blockbuster Video, to having a near death experience with Malaria travelling abroad and being unable to fly back home.
You'll hear some valuable information on this one, like having a healthy relationship or mending a relationship that's gone South, whether with your spouse or a family member. We also talk about the value of sleep in your performance, something Brandon has experienced to an extreme while training to become a Navy SEAL. We livestreamed this one as well, and get to some of the viewers questions.
You can check out Jairek at JairekRobbins.com, follow him @JairekRobbins, and he also has a limited time special on his guide to performance that you can take advantage of at HighPerformance47.com
CreativeLive recently reached out to Brandon's publisher Penguin Random House about him doing a 4 hour online class based on the principles of his last book "Total Focus." On this episode he shares what he's been working on.
He plans to zero in on certain parts of the book and be interactive with those hoping to learn from him. Knowing your number in terms of income, for example, is something Brandon gets more in depth about. Connected to that is asking yourself, what are the three most important things in your life? Whether it's family, vacation time, or anything else, you need to incorporate that into your goals. On this edition of Power of Thought, Webb talks about how to do that.
Note: We apologize for any audio issues as Brandon was on via Skype, and there were a few dropouts.
From managing names like Instagram sensation Josh Ostrovsky (better known as The Fat Jew,) to porn star Janice Griffith, and working with brands like Four Loko, Alex Ferzan has certainly forged an interesting career path for himself. On this episode we get into his origins growing up in the New York metro area, to his life decisions and relationships that got him to where he is today. Alex also tells some great stories like The Fat Jew chaining himself to Instagram's headquarters in protest to get his deleted account back.
You can check out what Alex is up to at Zaddy.net, and follow him on Instagram @Ferzan. Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and follow Brandon @BrandonTWebb.
Dan Bova joins us in studio for Episode 25 of The Power of Thought, and he has had an incredibly successful and diverse career that he gets into with us. You'll hear about Dan's origin story growing up in Farmingville on Long Island, New York, and his various jobs in the media industry at Spy Magazine, Maxim Magazine, as well as Jimmy Kimmel Live. Dan also wrote the movie "Poultrygeist: Night of the Chicken Dead," a cult classic under the Troma Entertainment banner, the company run by legendary b-movie director Lloyd Kaufman. Dan's been a friend of Brandon's and a fan of the work over at SOFREP.com since it's beginning stages, and now is doing some incredible work at Entrepreneur.com
The guys also discuss getting into business in this day and age. Brandon talks about the appeal of buying an existing business, something that he originally thought of doing, and talks about in depth for the first time on the podcast. We hope you enjoy, and check out Dan Bova's work at Entrepreneur.com. As always, follow Brandon @BrandonTWebb, and shoot your questions for the podcast over to powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com
Conquering fear has been a connecting theme of this podcast, and a frequent topic of discussion with our versatile lineup of guests. This topic and these interviews have served as a catalyst for Brandon's next book, "Mastering Fear: A Navy SEAL's Guide" due out in August. It's now up for pre-order, and as always is Brandon's policy when he releases a new book, if you pre-order it now and save the proof of purchase, he will sign it! First edition signed is always most sought after as any book collector will tell you. Instructions to do so will be given out at a later date, but it's now up at Amazon.com and everywhere that books are sold.
Brandon discusses joining YPO (Young Presidents' Organization) recently, an impressive group of entrepreneurs under 50, and what this means to him. We take your questions as we livestream, and please send your future questions to powerofthoughtpodcast@gmail.com. We're just getting started here, so word of mouth helps, as do reviews on Apple Podcasts, so leave one and share out the show. As always, follow Brandon on Twitter and Instagram @BrandonTWebb and tell him what you learned.
John King is known as a legend and a pioneer of the recording industry, and you're in for a real treat hearing him speak on his history. In the early 1980's when hiphop was not being taken seriously by the mainstream, Russell Simmons and Rick Rubin founded Def Jam, and the man who engineered all of those early records from The Beastie Boys, Run DMC, and LL Cool J was none other than John King. John's recording space in Chinatown got dubbed the name Chung King, and that studio which has moved multiple times is known to many as the Abbey Road of Hiphop. The rest is history.
Chung King Studios has recorded, mixed, and mastered legendary artists of the past 4 decades including Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Jay-Z, and countless others. John tells some classic stories from over the years, and also gives his take on what The Power of Thought means to him.
This episode begins where Episode 21 left off, with Brandon going into greater detail of setting goals as we start off 2018. So you may want to check out that episode first if you haven't. It got a really awesome response, and people asked us to dig deeper. He lays out the timeline for his goals, and how he achieved nearly all his goals from last year. You need to be specific, and set realistic amounts of time to do what you aim to. If you want to hear about how to make this happen, and become a master at it, be sure to pick up Webb's latest book "Total Focus" covering the subject.
He also just got back from what he calls an epic trip to Iceland. You'll hear all about it, and also Webb's interest in the economy over there. He draws an interesting comparison to Greece. Don't miss it, and if you got something positive out of it, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts,
The New Year is a time that many people set out to achieve new goals, but Navy SEAL Brandon Webb calls "bullshit" on New Years resolutions and he'll explain why. He tells you the steps necessary to truly get out there and achieve any goal that you may have, and that he uses himself. It's all about "managing the calendar, instead of the calendar managing you" as he puts it.
We also announce a new crate being brought to you by Hurricane Group in the New Year that you dog lovers will be all about. Friend of the show, fellow SEAL, and dog trainer Mike Ritland will be heavily involved.
Hear all of this right now on The Power of Thought, be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, and tell Brandon what you think of the show on Instagram or Twitter @BrandonTWebb.
Long time friend of Brandon Webb and former Navy SEAL at Team 3, Steve Ralston comes on for the first time. Steve breaks down a very interesting life spawning from unspeakable tragedy that led to addiction. Steve gets into the shame and fear which actually motivated him to joining the special operations community at a time in his life when he had no fear of anything, even death.
Steve left the SEALs in 1998, and although it led to fortune, he calls it a horrible decision, and you'll hear exactly why. This is truly a story of redemption, and we hope that it will lead you to chase what you want, and to stop feeling sorry for yourself. Steve's words just may give you that fire that you need.
Follow Steve on Instagram @RalstonSte and be sure to leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.
Joining Brandon Webb for episode 19 of The Power of Thought is filmmaker Scott Blanding. Scott was a director on the documentary "Women in War Zones" about the sexual violence against women happening in the Congo. It went on to win Best Documentary in 2009 at the Philadelphia Film Festival and Cinefest. You'll hear about what inspired the film, and why this issue was one that Scott felt needed to be told to a broader audience unaware of what was happening in Africa.
The guys get into a frank discussion about legacy, and life itself. Scott also gives his perspective from being a Marine reservist and now working as a math teacher. You can check out his work at MadeKnown.com
Mike Ritland is a name familiar to many of you who are fans of Brandon's previous work. For the uninitiated, he was a teammate of Brandon's at SEAL Team 3, so there is a whole lot of history there. It's great to finally have him on the podcast.
After leaving the SEALs, Mike pursued his passion as a dog trainer starting Trikos International. On this episode he covers a lot of ground regarding his passion for man's best friend. Mike gets into the many uses of dogs whether as therapy pets, their ability to defuse stressful situations, or of course, as arguably the most valuable defense weapon. Mike sees being a good dog owner as a personal goal that must be attacked with the same passion one has for success in business or life in general.
He currently has an online training course, a useful and affordable tool for any dog owner. That can be found along with Mike's books, social media, and charity work at MikeRitland.com
Show producer Ian Scotto hosts this week, bringing you some of the best clips from The Power of Thought sure to give you some post-Thanksgiving inspiration. Guests included are Frank Zane (3x Mr. Olympia,) James Altucher (best-selling author and entrepreneur,) CJ Ramone (The Ramones bassist,) Jasen Rauch (Breaking Benjamin guitarist,) Scott Kelly (NASA astronaut,) Rick Ungar (animation creator,) and Jerry Yellin (WWII fighter pilot.) You'll see some connecting themes that these gentlemen from very different background but with undeniable success have utilized.
We hope that you enjoy. Be sure to leave us a review on iTunes, and follow what Brandon is up to on Twitter and Instagram @BrandonTWebb.
Brandon is back from the U.K. where SOFREP TV held their second annual Remembrance Rumble for Veterans Day/Remembrance Day. United States Marines took on British S.A.S. in boxing matches for charity, the primary charity being The Red Circle Foundation.
On this episode we focus primarily on changing your environment. Just like misery loves company, the same can be said for those with a positive and happy mindset. Change your environment if people in it are bringing you down! Brandon gets into not focusing on your mistakes, but rather ways you can improve, and adapt habits from those more skilled than yourself in whichever field you wish to conquer.
Be sure to leave us a review on iTunes, and follow Brandon on Instagram & Twitter @BrandonTWebb. Let us know what you think.
Special in studio guest this episode, Rick Ungar. Rick currently is an on-air host of Steele & Ungar on Sirius XM POTUS 124, but is arguably most known for creating Biker Mice from Mars, the hit children's show nationally syndicated from 1993-1996. Another title under his belt is the former President & CEO of Marvel Entertainment.
We hear Rick's origin story, what drives him, and what he's currently up to. We also get into some politics as well, and the issues of less civility in the current climate, particularly in America.
Follow Rick on Twitter @RickUngar & be sure to leave us a five star review on iTunes so that we can keep climbing the rankings!
Recently retired UFC fighter, as well as a recently re-enlisted Army Green Beret, Tim Kennedy joins Brandon Webb on this episode of The Power of Thought. Topics we cover include overcoming fear, Tim's origin story, and him making the decision to hang up the gloves as a competitor for good.
Tim is working on several upcoming TV shows. You can check him out at his website, TimKennedyMMA.com and on Instagram and Twitter @TimKennedyMMA. He's very closely affiliated with the guys over at RangerUp, and also is a brand ambassador for Crate Club.
Captain Jerry Yellin is our guest this episode, a man who flew the final combat mission over Japan during WWII in the P-51 Mustang. Yellin served in the Army Air Forces, and still flies to the this day approaching 94 years old. More recently, he was given the nickname "BAMF" and after you hear his story, we're sure you'll know why.
His story he details in this episode though, is one of redemption, and his enemy becoming his friend. Brandon and Jerry also compare their combat experience in terms of dehumanization of the enemy, and dealing with that when you come back home and into society. The latest book detailing his story with co-author Don Brown is "The Last Fighter Pilot: The True Story of the Final Combat Mission of World War II," and it's available now everywhere books are sold.
Jerry has a list of upcoming events where you can meet this hero at his website, CaptainJerryYellin.com. Check it out, and also be sure to leave a review for the show on Apple Podcasts.
SOFREP Radio listeners got an early preview of this interview, but here it is in it's entirety. Joining us at Hurricane Media studios is Scott Kelly, Navy captain and astronaut who broke the record for most time held in space. A truly fascinating individual, we cover aviation, exploring new territories in life, and the state of current affairs in America. Scott's new book is "Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery" and it comes out this Tuesday, so be sure to pre-order. We hope this discussion inspires you and encourages you in your own goals.
Joining Brandon in studio on The Power of Thought is Jasen Rauch, guitarist for multi-platinum rock band Breaking Benjamin. We not only get into Jasen's origin story, playing in a successful touring rock band, and being a proven songwriter, but also talk about overcoming adversity, healthy relationships, and pursuing your passion. We also hear about the deep military history in Rauch's family. Breaking Benjamin is currently on tour, we hope you go see them. You can follow Jasen Rauch on Twitter & Instagram @JasenRauch, and check out Breaking Benjamin at BreakingBenjamin.com
We are extremely honored to have with us for Episode 10 of The Power of Thought podcast, 3x Mr. Olympia Frank Zane. At 75 years of age, and being dedicated to constantly learning new things and exploring new ventures, Frank is no stereotypical musclehead. From his roots of teaching chemistry and mathematics, to holding a masters degree in experimental psychology from California State University, San Bernardino; Zane has lived a life of constantly focusing on bettering himself and others that wish to learn from him.
Some of the topics we hit on beyond Zane's history with the sport of bodybuilding include seminars he continues to do, presenting the body as an art form, and meditation which includes repeating positive mantras to one's self. Also a part of meditation for Frank is his signature Advanced Mind Muscle Meditation System which uses different sound frequencies that have been scientifically found to benefit a number of conditions which we get into. Frank and Brandon also draw a comparison between working through constant injury as a bodybuilder, and working under the same conditions as a SEAL.
You can learn more about what Frank is up to at FrankZane.com
Brandon has achieved a 2017 personal goal of getting seaplane certified in Italy, and the trip has gone on to other parts of Europe including Estonia. We get into blockchain and Cryptocurrency technology from there, and why these are important to be in the know about as an entrepreneur.
Special guest this episode is Billy Tosheff, an entrepreneur, farmer, and most recently is getting into the cannabis business, legally of course. Billy worked under the great Isaac Tigrett, co-founder of the House of Blues and Hard Rock Cafe, and has since become a restaurant owner himself. Brandon highly recommends you go check out his Latin American restaurant Isabel Pearl if you're ever in Portland, Oregon. Lots to cover this episode, and be sure to follow Brandon @BrandonTWebb, and keep any questions you have for the podcast coming.
Brandon Webb is recording from Como, Italy as he is on a quest to obtain his seaplane rating. This actually ties into The Power of Thought beautifully, because setting goals within a timeline is something you often hear about here, and this was a goal Brandon wanted to achieve in 2017. As an aviation enthusiast this is truly something awesome to Brandon.
We also get into a couple questions from the audience, and expand upon the importance of "knowing your number." Check it out.
If you've been keeping up with the podcast thus far, you've heard Brandon go through each of the principles from his new book "Total Focus" every week, and we round those out with the final three principles. Those are Violence of Action, One Team One Fight, and Lead from the Front. There are a lot of stories behind this principles you'll hear.
Joining us on the podcast is the inspiration behind the Violence of Action chapter, Amit Verma. Verma is a fellow watch addict, but more importantly out of college opened his own wholesale diamond business. It was hit hard by the recession, as luxury businesses often feel the impact most, and Amit found the solution to keeping his business alive by starting to buy gold as precious metal spot prices skyrocketed. You'll hear his story and why it inspired Brandon. Amit's work can be seen at VermaJewelry.com
Three very special guests this episode, entrepreneurs Kamal Ravikant and Maria Emma in studio as well as Rusty West. We start off with Rusty who has degrees in math, computer science, and physics, and wrote a software package for his dad's dealership back in 1988. That was his first job which grew from there, and he's continued to do this with his company MarketScan. Kamal Ravikant, entrepreneur and author of the best-selling book "Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends on It" gets into who to associate with in business and life. Then we bring on Maria Emma, also an entrepreneur who owns the business On Site Event. A lot of valuable information here from several perspectives.
With Brandon's latest book "Total Focus: Make Better Decisions Under Pressure" available now, we get into some more principles outlined in the book. We also bring on a good friend, CJ Ramone, former Marine best known for playing with The Ramones, arguably the most legendary punk rock band of all time, from 1989 up until their very last show. CJ talks about the adversity of walking in the shoes of the great Dee Dee Ramone and how he won some very hostile audiences over. He also digs into being in the "long game" as a touring rock musician.
Beyond that interview with CJ, as many of you have seen, Admiral McRaven's advice of making your bed every morning has been gaining some attention, and Webb talks about the importance of good habits like these. Also on this episode is the importance of setting a budget for yourself, be it as a business or just as an individual. Enjoy, and make sure to pick up the book! Once again that's "Total Focus: Make Better Decisions Under Pressure" available everywhere books are sold.
On this episode we jump into the first principle of Brandon Webb's book "Total Focus: Make Better Decisions Under Pressure" which comes out next week, and that principle is front sight focus. As a sniper, you get one shot, and one opportunity, so you'd better make it count. That principle can be applied to anyone's life, and no matter what your goal is, as Brandon describes, you sometimes need to throw yourself into that goal fully and form a healthy obsession before you can take any break from it. That principle is explored this episode, along with an excerpt from our SOFREP Radio interview with Army 82nd Airborne veteran and aspiring Olympian bobsledder Lou Moreira.
On this episode of The Power of Thought, Brandon Webb is back from the U.K. for business, meeting with Former S.A.S. operator Phil Campion as they embark on their new journey of U.K.'s Crate Club. Brandon dives right into the topic of setting goals for yourself, writing them down, and constantly having new things to motivate you. A lot of this was learned by Brandon from Lanny Bassham, Olympian shooter, who described winning the Gold Medal as both the happiest and worst day of his life because he had not set a new goal for himself after that.
Brandon also discusses his morning routine to get started in the right mind state, which includes a ten minute meditation after walking his dog, something that everyone should be able to make time for. He also talks about navigating the necessary politics of life that we all deal with. In addition to that, on this episode are some books that will motivate you including Kamal Ravikant's "Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends on It," which will encourage you to not beat yourself up and to use positive self-talk, as well as Tim Ferriss's "Tools of Titans," which is a book Brandon will go back to every month,
On this episode, Brandon Webb covers what he calls the "origins of mental management." He discusses how positive reinforcement is a vital tool in achieving your goals, and how he learned about mental management techniques from Olympian shooter Lanny Bassham. Brandon also discusses eliminating clutter from your life and living a more minimalist lifestyle. We then answer questions from the audience on Facebook live and Youtube.
This show will have a lot of tools you can use in your own life no matter what your goals are to achieve them, and to become a success.
James Altucher is a man of many titles who’s worked as hedge fund manager, website developer, and his latest project is jumping into the world of standup comedy. He’s written several best-selling books, the biggest being “Choose Yourself” and the most recent “Reinvent Yourself” which came out earlier this year. In this podcast he talks about both gaining and losing tremendous amounts of wealth, working for HBO with a client base that included some of the biggest major name record labels, and going on to success with his own podcast, “The James Altucher Show.”